Jakester
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This sort of thing might do the job:
https://www.hobbytronics.co.uk/usb-midi-converter
However, I suspect you are probably in for quite a ride in terms of getting the appropriate channels worked out to trigger the sounds you need, as if it's not a 'top of the line' module, edit functions for midi triggering might be limited. Looking at the Nitro module, editing functions seem quite basic so it may just not have the functionality you're after.
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2 hours ago, Downunderwonder said:
They are if you get one built or build one yourself from the free schematic or get one from the saint on talkbass who does a free middleman service. Or there are other similar products.
Like a Thumpinator…🙄
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17 hours ago, Downunderwonder said:
Thumpinator is very limited in its functionality. You are way better off with a proper adjusting knee filter like FDeck.
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4 hours ago, JimmyN2 said:
Thinking of ordering one, so please tell a bit or lot more.
cheers
Jim
Here’s my thread - I was using it to reduce feedback on a DB:However, the Thumpinator has a pretty aggressive and complex filter compared to something like a Broughton HPF - the sfx is 36db/octave, and the Broughton 12db.
For me, it really reduced stage rumble which was causing feedback. For an EUB, it may not have that benefit because there’s little to no acoustic feedback. However, it will still tighten up the sound generally and potentially give you more headroom by reducing very low/muddy frequencies which eat up your amp’s power.
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They'll say they'll send the money, but "UPS" will need an 'insurance fee' to cover the delivery, which they say will be refunded in the money they send to you as reimbursement.
They'll send a link to you, and either you pay a sum of money over, or they get your details via a malicious link and/or malware, or all three. You're then out the 'insurance fee' and of course nothing ever arrives.
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17 hours ago, NickA said:
The markbass already has a fixed hpf built in. An external one might be more tweakable, but unlikely to make much difference. If you're suffering from "boom" move the amp away from any walls and maybe raise it up a bit..and there's always the bass knob of the eq to turn down.
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I’ve used REW - but you’ll need a measurement mic and the calibration files:
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Yes, if you’re using a 9v battery to power the pedal, and you leave it connected (i.e. input jack plugged in) then it will probably drain 9 out of 10 pedals left like that.
Easiest thing to do is just ‘unhitch’ the jack after playing - just pull the input jack out of the pedal an inch or so (once the amp is off) and you’ll break any connection drawing power in the pedal.
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23 minutes ago, greavesbass said:
How dare you tell 'ME' what to read. Who the hell do you think you are mate. I rest my case. Im done.
LOL @ predicable chin wobbling frother outrage whilst completely missing the point.3 hours ago, Jakester said:and, if you're really that bothered, no doubt the original editions will still be published, or there are millions of unexpurgated second-hand copies available.
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37 minutes ago, greavesbass said:
Ok, were talking music here which is appropriate but in this crazy age of cancel anything that you dont like..ie the current literary Jeeves and Wooster debacle for eg, where next to expand the discussion? Destroy and get rid of all Nazi history? Films, books, witness testimony...The Camps?? For goodness sake where does this cancel madness end.
Its very wrong and very dangerous to erase history etc etc, and in that I include music too.
Yes, let's keep believing everything we read, and keep on stoking the culture wars, shall we?
In relation to J&W, they are brilliant, but very much of their time. When reading it is very jarring to come across terms which are today unacceptable to use in society.
According to the papers, the (limited) alterations include "numerous racial terms [which] have been either cut or altered both in character dialogue and narration in the voice of Bertie". None of the terms altered were in any way pivotal to the plot, and, if you're really that bothered, no doubt the original editions will still be published, or there are millions of unexpurgated second-hand copies available. I'm sure you were just as outraged when Hugh Laurie and Stephen Fry didn't use the terms in the television adaptations? No? Funny that....
To address your second hyperbolic question, there is a profound difference between fiction, and historical fact. Literally no-one (apart from a few cranks and nut-job deniers) are even suggesting that society should "Destroy and get rid of all Nazi history? Films, books, witness testimony...The Camps??" and to suggest that is not only wrong but also pretty offensive.
But hey, if it keeps the Tories in power, it's worth, it, eh @greavesbass?
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56 minutes ago, TimR said:
Personally, I'd just not play it anymore.
As soon as you try to make ammendments some SJW with an agenda who had never even heard of that song up to that moment will have you cancelled. There are a lot of people who don't care what your motives are, they'll just use it as a platform to make as much noise as possible.
What a load of reactionary cobblers. Step away from the Daily Heil, mate....
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I have some raw maple parts that I would like to stain to achieve a more 'vintage' maple finish.
I was looking to put a final finish on of Osmo Polyx Oil, using a 'wipe-on' method, so I would like a stain that can be applied in the same way, and will work with the Osmo.
Does anyone have any product recommendations please?
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1 hour ago, cetera said:
Nailed it. The OP post re: Sweet Home Alabama & Does Your Mother Know missed the point completely. I don't get why people seem to look for issues when they aren't there....
Er, I'm the OP and I didn't mention either?
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I had the same queries, and spoke to Bass Bags about it. They recommended a bow and rosin to go with it - and were really helpful.
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2 hours ago, Baloney Balderdash said:
Just ask your mom.
At the risk of further derailment, I do think this is completely uncalled for. You've clearly demonstrated you're an insufferable derrière, and when called on it you resort to that, which is puerile and pathetic.
I missed whatever went on before the thread was tidied too, but I'm surprised that was left.
A gracious 'whoops, I'm sorry' and bowing out would probably have been appropriate at that point.
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1 hour ago, Baloney Balderdash said:
And I by far prefer to be proven wrong over being a jerk.
Or, evidently, both?
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2 hours ago, Baloney Balderdash said:
I don't know what it is with certain people being so eager on various OP's getting it all wrong, and that they should rather do it their way, cause certainly that is much better and not least not stupid.
2 hours ago, Baloney Balderdash said:Ah, well, in that case I would say that the people here pointing out it not really being the right approach would actually be right.
Maybe do a bit of neck winding in?
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20 minutes ago, Baloney Balderdash said:
I assume the active HPF that they are running in the effects loop of their amp currently is for filtering out unwanted sub bass, to get a tighter bass response and have the amp and speaker work more efficiently, whereas he passive HPF that they are asking about here and plan to place first in their signal chain is primarily for tone shaping purposes?
Sort of like an extra but more flexible, and possibly switchable, external reverse tone pot.
Sounds a bit over-complicated to me! If it's *just* for tone shaping, why not just use a passive EQ pedal? I mean, a *proper* HPF used for tone-shaping purposes isn't really going to be doing much that the subsequent one in the FX loop won't already be doing.
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4 minutes ago, Old Ozzie Guy said:
Thanks, I should have mentioned I have a 12db Broughton coming (for FX loop of amp)want passive for 1st on pedal board...
So you want to run *two* HPFs? Why?
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Not seen a passive HPF, but there are F-Deck clones out in the wild - one recently sold on the classifieds here, and they're available new here:
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10 hours ago, Phil Starr said:
I've settled on small triple flange ones which go deep into my ear which work well with ZS10 pro but comply with the original ZS10. I've also realised that my left and right ears are different shapes! Who knew?
What triple flanged tips do you use, just out of interest?
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A couple spring to mind for me.
One was driving all the way to Germany for a Forces gig in the Officers’ Mess, setting up, and after the second tune one of the officers sidling over and suggesting we let the DJ take over and to help ourselves to the bar. Still got paid, mind.
The second was a gig with a blues band at at nudist camp in winter. I was playing drums for that one, so made sure to angle all the cymbals to obscure as much of the audience as I could. All the (mostly elderly) fellas were nude, and all the women were not. Even the bar man was in the raw, save for a fetching waistcoat.
The worst bit was the finger buffet though. As we played, watching the fellas lean across the table to reach the plates at the back right meant when we were invited to partake, we politely declined. It was hilarious watching couples on the dance floor. The ladies held the fellas at arms length the whole time, whangs bobbling around while they were all in their evening finery. One of the stranger evenings I’ve had…
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Hi, I suffered with it for a while. For immediate relief, I found the weird arm straps worked okay.
This book was recommended to me (possibly on here?) and it's really helped:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1572240393
Doesn't work immediately, but give it a few weeks and you'll hopefully notice a difference.
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Little Mark alternatives?
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I currently play through a Mark Bass combo - the CMD121P, albeit the head has been replaced by a LM3. For louder gigs I have the NY121 cab.
The reason for replacement was that the combo head kept flaking out on me - intermittently cutting out, suddenly jumping in volume etc etc. Despite an expensive trip to Real, the issues weren't solved, so rather than chuck more money at it, I bought a 2nd hand LM3 and stuck that in. However, I am still worried that that might suddenly go too.
I've taken to carrying around a back up head with me which, whilst good practice overall, is a pain for rehearsals. The backup isn't really a suitable long-term replacement - it's a GR Mini, which struggles with louder stuff.
Basically I'm constantly worrying about the MB head, and I'm about ready to stop using MB stuff altogether due to the lack of repairability.
So, I'm looking for recommendations for replacements.
I like a clean, modern tone - I do occasionally add dirt, but that comes from pedals, so I don't need it in an amp. I like the small MB form factor. There's a few EBS bargains on the forum ATM but they're all full-width rack mount heads.
A friend has an Ashdown RM500 combo. It's larger than the CMD, but I have no complaints about the cabs, just the head, so I could use the combo headless as a cab. My concern about Ashdown is whenever I've used them in the past, they seem to have a 'baked in' vintage tone - albeit with the RM specifically I've only briefly played through my friend's with his settings. Can the RM do a clean, modern tone?
I've had a GK MB500 in the past, which was more than loud enough, but a bit too aggro.
The Aguilar heads look good - the AG500 would have been perfect, but they don't do it any more. The TH500 would do a job, but again I don't need the drive.
Any others? How do Eich heads fare? I liked GB heads when they were around, but I'd have thought repairability would be an issue now the company's gone. Genzler seem good, but quite ££.
I like the GR Mini when I use it, but the more powerful GR heads seem to have unnecessarily complicated features (such as the light show stuff or biamps) which makes me worry about longevity.
Any others I should be looking at?